Emporia State University
Public university · Emporia, KS · 2,239 undergraduates
Acceptance rate, SAT and ACT scores, cost, and financial aid
Acceptance rate
98%
Accessible
SAT (middle 50%)
—
ACT (middle 50%)
18–24
Average net price
$14,364
per year, after grants
Cost of attendance
$22,887
per year, before aid
Graduation rate
57%
within 6 years
These numbers haven't been checked against official data yet. Values marked changed a lot or disagree with another source. Costs, aid, and policies change every year — always confirm on the college's website before you decide.
How hard is it to get into Emporia State University?
Emporia State University accepts about 98 of every 100 applicants (98%), which makes it accessible. This number changed a lot in the latest data, so confirm it with the college.
On the ACT, the middle half scored 18–24.
The latest federal data says Emporia State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Emporia State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
How much does Emporia State University cost?
The full cost of attendance — tuition, fees, housing, food, books, and other expenses — is about $22,887 a year before financial aid.
After grants and scholarships, students who get federal aid pay $14,364 a year on average. Your price depends on your family's income — use the college's net price calculator for an estimate.
Tuition and fees are $7,226 for KS residents and $15,539 for out-of-state students.
- Tuition & fees (in-state)$7,226
- Tuition & fees (out-of-state)$15,539
- Room & board$11,140
- Total cost of attendance$22,887
- Average net price after grants$14,364
Popular majors
Education, Business, Health Professions & Nursing, Biology, Liberal Arts & General Studies.
Emporia State University FAQ
- What is Emporia State University's acceptance rate?
- 98% — accessible.
- What ACT score do you need for Emporia State University?
- Admitted students' middle 50% range is 18–24.
- Is Emporia State University test-optional?
- The latest federal data says Emporia State University is test-optional (scores are considered if you send them), but that data can lag a year or two and several colleges have changed their policies since. Confirm on Emporia State University's admissions website before you decide whether to send scores.
- How much does Emporia State University cost?
- About $22,887 a year before aid; $14,364 on average after grants.
- What is Emporia State University's FAFSA school code?
- 001927. Add it in the "Colleges" section of the FAFSA at studentaid.gov so Emporia State University receives your information.
- What is Emporia State University's graduation rate?
- 57% of students finish within six years.
Colleges similar to Emporia State University
| College | Acceptance rate | SAT (middle 50%) | Avg. net price | Graduation rate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Benedictine CollegeAtchison, KS | 98% | 1140–1380 | $24,687 | 65% |
| Baker UniversityBaldwin City, KS | 94% | — | $25,038 | 55% |
| Wichita State UniversityWichita, KS | 94% | 905–1240 | $10,307 | 52% |
| Bethel College-North NewtonNorth Newton, KS | 94% | — | $31,503 | 50% |
| University of KansasLawrence, KS | 93% | 1070–1300 | $20,004 | 70% |
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